Gardai investigate arson attack sees eight cars set ablaze

Eight cars were set on fire in a car park in Co Meath on Friday evening.

The incident took place at around 10.50pm just off Main Street in Duleek.

Gardaí are investigating an incident of criminal damage by fire to the vehicles in a car park off Main Street, Duleek, Co Meath, on 2nd January 2025.

No injuries were reported. Fire crews from both Drogheda and Navan responded to the incident.

The scene has been held for a technical examination to be carried out.

Gardaí are appealing to anyone who may have witnessed this incident to contact them.

Meath East TD, Deputy Darren O'Rourke said: "This was a shocking act in Duleek last night. Thankfully no one was injured or worse. Thank you to the emergency services for their quick response."

Any persons who were in the vicinity of Main Street between 10:00pm and 11:15pm on 2nd January and who may have video footage (including dash-cam) are asked to make this footage available to investigating Gardaí.

Cllr Stephen McKee stated: "We simply cannot accept the lawlessness and wanton destruction to property that we saw last night in Duleek. We need to let Gardaí do their work I hope those responsible are held to account."

Anyone with any information is asked to contact Ashbourne Garda Station on 01 801 0600, the Garda Confidential Line on 1800 666 111, or any Garda station.